Best trails in Karoo National Park
Want to find the best trails in Karoo National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 5 great trails for hiking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 1 easy hiking trails in Karoo National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 298 to 3,881 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Karoo National Park.
Top trails
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•Moderate
•30.1 mi
One-way section of the Potlekkertjie Loop Road: gravel Landscape: semi-arid Karoo, grassy plains and hills with interspersed bushes & watercourses Animals: Gemsbok (Oryx), Springbok, Kudu, Cape Mountain Zebra, Burchell's Zebra with Quagga-input, Orb-web spider, Dung Beetle, Black-backed Jackal, Red Hartebees
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•Moderate
•7.2 mi
•Est. 3h 36m
Great scenery, keep an eye out for animals too. Navigation along the route can be challenging as the trails are not well-signed, having the map downloaded ahead of time can help keep you on track. Red Hartebeest, Aardwolf, Kudu, Giraffe, Gemsbuck, Klipspringer, Gnu and many more can often be spotted grazing amongst shrubbery.
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Open 7 days a week
Passes & fees
Fee required
General park hours
Phone
023 415 2828
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Karoo National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Karoo National Park is Potlekkertjie Trail, which has a 5.0 star rating from 1 reviews. This trail is 30.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,881 ft.
What is the longest trail in Karoo National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Karoo National Park is Karoo Camp Southern Loop. This trail is estimated to be 7.2 mi long.
How many trails are in Karoo National Park?
There are 5 trails in Karoo National Park. These trails have an average 3.3-star rating from 7 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Karoo National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Karoo National Park has you covered. Potlekkertjie Trail boasts the most elevation gain with 3,881 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Karoo Camp Southern Loop, which will get you 1,463 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Karoo National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Karoo National Park which is Karoo Camp Southern Loop with an average 2.0 star rating from 2 community reviews.